[MARKET UPDATE] WTI and Brent futures edge higher and keep bond futures subdued; major geopolitical updates remain light, but participants could be positioning for a weekend of continuation/escalation

WTI and Brent futures edge higher and keep bond futures subdued; major geopolitical updates remain light, but participants could be positioning for a weekend of continuation/escalation.

The slight upward movement in WTI and Brent futures indicates that market participants might be anticipating developments in geopolitical dynamics, which could shape oil supply and demand. While bond futures remain subdued, the lack of major updates suggests the market is cautiously positioning for potential escalation over the weekend, reflecting a belief that tensions may impact oil prices moving forward.